Socket Serial I/O CompactFlash+ Cards (RS-232)

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serial_s01 More Like This Socket's Serial I/O CompactFlash+™ Cards add a fast serial COM port to Windows CE based Palm-size PCs and Handheld PC Professionals for attaching fax/modems, bar code scanners, court reporters, data acquisition equipment, mag stripe readers, GPS receivers, digital cameras or other RS-232 serial devices. The world's most popular CF+™ serial adapters are certified by Microsoft for Windows CE. Socket's High-Integration Serial (HIS) chip reduces chip count to improve reliability and reduce power consumption. The Serial I/O Card uses only 2.4 mA on average when used in a 3.3V CompactFlash™ slot. This extends the battery life of your mobile computer in situations where AC power is unavailable. When used with an optional PC Card Type II to CompactFlash+™ Adapter (sold separately), the card works with Windows CE handhelds and CE/95/98/NT/ME/2000/XP notebook PCs.

The ruggedized version is designed to handle industrial and field applications. Features include an integrated fixed cable maintaining solid contact in high vibration environments such as moving vehicles, and a molded strain relief protects against lateral stress and seals out dust and moisture.

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PCM-SIO-S03 Socket Serial I/O CompactFlash+ Card N/A SOLD OUT
PCM-SIO-S04 Socket Serial I/O CompactFlash+ Card Ruggedized N/A SOLD OUT

Features and Specifications

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Features
  • Easy Installation
  • Acts as a Windows COM port
  • Operates on either 3.3V or 5V power
  • Socket HIS chip for broad compatibility
  • Includes industry-standard DB-9 connector
  • 16550 compatible UART runs up to 115.2 Kbps
  • Windows CE Certificate of Conformance from Microsoft
  • CompactFlash+™ I/O and PCMCIA Version 2.0/JEIDA 4.1 Compliant
  • Use optional (sold separately) PC Card Type II to CompactFlash+™ Adapter for Windows CE handhelds and 9x/ME/NT/ME/2000/XP notebook PCs
  • 3.3V CompactFlash™ slot standard current is only 2.4 mA
  • Battery Friendly - Low power for longer battery life
  • Supported by all major Card and Socket Services
  • Hot insertion and removal (except NT)
  • CE Approved
Warranty Information
  • 1 Year Limited Warranty
Protocol
  • Serial Communications: Asynchronous RS-232; 16550 type UART
  • Baud Rate: Up to 115.2 Kbps
Operating Systems
  • Windows 950B, 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP
  • Windows CE 2.11, Windows CE HPC Pro 2.11, Windows CE HPC 2000, Pocket PC 2000 and 2002 or later
  • Windows NT or DOS when used with an appropriate 3rd party Card and Socket Services package
Physical Dimensions
  • CompactFlash+™ Type I Enclosure: 36.4mm x 42.8mm x 3.3mm (LWH)
  • Weight: 9.0 grams (Standard without cable)
  • Weight: 51.5 grams (Ruggedized fixed cable)
Interconnect Data
  • Connector: 9-Pin D Shell Male
  • Cable Length: 330 mm (13 in) (Standard removable cable)
  • Cable Length: 406 mm (16 in) (Ruggedized fixed cable)
  • Weight Removable Cable: 31.2 grams (1.1 oz)
Electrical Characteristics 3.3 Volts
  • Operational Voltage: 3.3 Volts ± 5%
  • Power Consumption Active: 13.0 mA (43 mW)
  • Power Consumption Inactive: 2.4 mA (8 mW)
Electrical Characteristics 5 Volts
  • Operational Voltage: 5 Volts ± 5%
  • Power Consumption Active: 13.0 mA (65 mW)
  • Power Consumption Inactive: 2.4 mA (12 mW)
Operating Environment
  • Operating temperature: 0° C to 55° C
  • Storage temperature: -20° C to 65° C
  • Relative Humidity: 0%-90% non-condensing
System Compatibility
  • CompactFlash+™ Type I equipped Windows-powered Pocket PCs and Handheld PC Professionals
  • When used with an optional PC Card Type II to CompactFlash+™ Adapter (sold separately) will work in PCs, Notebooks, Palmtops utilizing Award, Databook, Phoenix, Systemsoft or any other PCMCIA Release 2.0 compliant PC Card and Socket Services
Package Includes
  • CompactFlash+™ to Serial I/O
  • CDROM with software for Windows 9x, Millennium Edition, 2000, and CE Port configuration Utility
  • Instructions
Certifications
  • FCC: Part 15, Class A, CE: EN55022, C-TICK s.182

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